1978 Dodge Power Wagon 4x4
Macho Special Edition
94,000 Original Miles
Clean & Clear Title
Grand Junction, Colorado
For the very first time this very rare, and exceptionally beautiful 1978 Dodge Macho Power Wagon with only 94,000 miles is for sale. With factory A/C The pick-up is a very clean, accident-free, rust-free desirable blast from the 70’s truck! You read correctly, advertised with no reserve—the last bid will win this amazing truck because I have no clue what this truck will sell for. The floors & bottom of the doors and rear tailgate jambs look perfect with zero rust. I’m positive this pick-up will not disappoint the most discriminating buyer.
In the midst of this disco-fueled year of excitement, Dodge released one of its strangest and most controversial vehicles of all time: The Dodge Macho Power Wagon. Based on the wildly popular and iconic Power Wagon, the Macho Power Wagon was a special edition pickup truck designed as part of Dodge's Adult Toy line. It takes a real macho man to admit that he needs a truck befitting of his other-worldly machoness, and in the 70s, Dodge was more than happy to market a truck directly to that man’s ego. This ‘78 Dodge Power Wagon may have seemed like it was an intense machine all on its own, but Mopar upped the ante and added several features that made this tough truck not just a Power Wagon, but a Power Wagon Macho. You may think your TRX truck is tough as nails, but I doubt it holds a candle to this one in the macho department. The bed retains the factory roll bar that was part of the Macho package. The Macho trucks were all two-tone with black always being the constant. The Hood, roof and lower sides are all black with twin yellow stripes to separate the two colors. I have attached a photo here of what this truck would look like with its original stripe set up. Phoenix graphics sells this kit for $299.
You can rest assured what you see is what you get! Be confident in my 100% positive feedback, power seller achievement, & eBay ratings/feedback there will be no surprises or let downs. Don’t lose the opportunity to own this exceptional ‘Macho’ truck!
Without further adieu, let’s get into the condition of your next investment.
Running Condition
The truck fires up and runs great. The engine is strong, transmission shifts through all gears just like it should. The 4x4 engages and works terrific. The truck is equipped with a V8 440 engine & automatic transmission. Matching number drive train Click on the link to watch the video of this, you will notice the present owner’s Sun (whom I bought the truck from) his father purchased the truck in 1981 — used it enjoyed it and then parked in 2003. When I got the truck I had my mechanic go through it. Check the compression on the engine and then flushed & replaced all fluids. We then cleaned up the carburetor, drained the old gas, replaced the battery and she fired right up. Once off to the tire shop for a new set of Goodyear tires,this Macho now rides very smooth down the road with no abnormal shakes, rattles or vibrations. The truck was driven over to the Detail shop to get it to the point it’s at now. We had the truck paint corrected and completely detailed from top to bottom. I was going to paint the truck and set it up to its original condition but decided to let it go and give it to someone who wants to do their own thing with it or just enjoy it’s patina. Drive it the way it is if you’re in the market for a power wagon, it will be difficult to find anything more original and with such great history behind it.
Body & Paint
The body is super straight, the doors open and close nicely. The body for the most part is completely rust free except for one spot as I have pointed out in the Photos and video on the lower portion of the passenger door where it started to rust, which is very typical for these trucks. Other than that, the bed, floors, & frame are super solid. Everything looks great. The truck might even have its original paint. It looks like someone has spotted it in a few different spots where they spot treated the paint. To make it a really nice truck it could use a paint job. with very minimum bodywork required If any. It still retains all of its original body panels and was never in any accidents.
Interior
The overall condition of the cabin is I would say excellent especially for its age; upholstery on this truck is in pretty remarkable condition. Everything appears to be original minus the carpet. It looks like it has had a carpet replaced at one point because it is too nice to be original. The passenger door panel is in great shape. The Driver's panel shows a little wear. The seats seem to be in great shape, never pulled to see the original upholstery because it will be just too big of a pain to put them back on. The dashboard is perfect with zero cracks and the steering wheel is in great shape.
Glass & Chrome
The glass & Chrome are in good shape with no cracks. All of the chrome shines good, especially the grille and looks sharp.
Engine Bay & Undercarriage
The engine bay and undercarriage are very solid, clean with no rust anywhere.
I am regularly available anytime of the week to show the vehicle & will be more than happy to answer any serious questions you may have. I respond a lot quicker to phone calls rather than emails and text now that that is all out-of-the-way.
(408) 771-3385 — Thomas
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Terms Of Auction
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due immediately after the end of the auction. The balance is to be paid in full no later than 3 days after the auction ends by cashier's check, cash in person, or bank wire with no exceptions. Please no dreamers, let's keep this auction real and fair. I can help arrange shipping if needed. The vehicle can be stored for as long as needed as long as the vehicle is paid for in full. The vehicle is to be inspected before the end of the auction. Buyers do not reserve the right to have the vehicle inspected after they have won the auction. The vehicle is sold as is, where is, without warranty, regardless of any statements here on eBay. I, the seller, will be held responsible for no written statements here on eBay. This is a private party sale so there will be no sales tax or any other fees associated with this sale. It is your responsibility (buyers and potential buyers) to inspect the vehicle to satisfy yourself with its condition. I do reserve the right to end the auction at any time for any reason, I will end the auction if your offer is entertaining and sell the car if you don’t want to play the auction game, then give me a call.
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